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Needle exchange program in South Africa struggles against funding cuts and rising drug addiction.
As Myanmar reels from a devastating 7. 7-magnitude earthquake killing thousands, Trump's dismantling of USAID has left America's disaster response paralysed.
n Lesotho, where one in four adults lives with HIV, traditional healer Lieketseng Lucia Tjatji is seeing a surge in desperate patients seeking alternatives to lifesaving antiretroviral drugs. After Trump's February aid freeze cut off vital medication, many are turning to ancient remedies that medical experts warn could reverse years of progress against the epidemic.
As South Africa's relationship with the US faces diplomatic challenges, the future of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) hangs in the balance. This article explores the critical importance of AGOA to South Africa's economy and provides essential guidance for businesses looking to navigate international trade regulations and maintain export opportunities despite geopolitical tensions
The South African Veterinary Association raises grave concerns over USAID funding cuts that threaten veterinary services and public health.
In a significant development, Minister Ntshavheni has revealed AfriForum has acknowledged the accuracy of government farm murder statistics while addressing Cabinet concerns about 'right-wing misinformation campaigns'. The briefing also covered employment gains in key sectors, SASSA card migration deadlines, and South Africa's preparations for hosting the upcoming G20 Summit, including readiness of World Heritage Sites.
In a significant development, Minister Ntshavheni has revealed AfriForum has acknowledged the accuracy of government farm murder statistics while addressing Cabinet concerns about 'right-wing misinformation campaigns'. The briefing also covered employment gains in key sectors, SASSA card migration deadlines, and South Africa's preparations for hosting the upcoming G20 Summit, including readiness of World Heritage Sites.
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A federal judge ordered an immediate halt on Tuesday to the shutdown of the main US aid agency by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency.
Explore how USAID, often seen as a benevolent force, operates as a covert tool of US foreign policy, undermining sovereignty and stability in nations worldwide.
Julius Malema argues that the US's decision to cut aid to South Africa is a calculated move rooted in imperialism, urging the nation to reject foreign interference and assert its sovereignty.
The US's withdrawal from the Just Energy Transition Partnership raises concerns over South Africa's electrification initiatives and broader energy transition commitments.
Lesotho was taken aback by US President Donald Trump's mockery of the southern African nation, its foreign minister said.
ANC activists and MK Party leaders demand treason charges against AfriForum, claiming their US lobbying led to funding cuts affecting 15,000 South African families.
Pepfar-funded HIV organisations receiving grants from USAID, received letters on Thursday alerting them that their grants have been terminated.
Education Analyst and CEO of IDEA, Dr Corrin Varady argues that the USAID freeze could empower South Africa to develop a self-sufficient education funding model.
In a significant legal setback for the Trump administration, a federal court has intervened to protect billions in foreign aid funding.
Congressman Jonathan L Jackson condemns President Trump's decision to freeze financial aid to South Africa, labelling it as racially motivated and harmful to vital healthcare programmes.
Trump's freeze on USAID funding has thrown Latin America into crisis, threatening crucial programs fighting drug trafficking, poverty, and corruption.
The White House has canceled government subscriptions to Politico amid state funding accusations.
South African aid agencies are set to continue lifesaving services as a recent US waiver allows funding to resume, following a controversial freeze linked to the Land Expropriation Act.
Elon Musk has called for immediate sanctions for Julius Malema and for the former ANC Youth League leader to be declared as an international criminal, while the EFF leader says the billionaire is an enemy of the South African people.
However, tensions between Pretoria and Washington have been simmering for some time, with diplomatic tensions escalating since the Ukraine and Russia war, while there were also tensions further fuelled by Pretoria taking Israel to the International Criminal Court for the genocidal bombardment of Gaza by the US ally, Israel.
In a new series of rapid-fire power plays, the 78-year-old billionaire also froze aid to South Africa, where his top donor Elon Musk was born, and named himself head of one of Washington's premier cultural venues, the Kennedy Center.